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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Houghton to Duluth. Traveling by bus from Houghton to Duluth usually takes around 11 hours and 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 168 mi (271 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 25m |
| Cheapest price | US$72.00 |
| Most frequent service | Indian Trails |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Houghton to Duluth?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Houghton to Duluth. Indian Trails is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Trails | 1 | 11h 25m | US$72.00 |
Book Indian Trails from Houghton to Duluth from US$72. There are 1 Indian Trails schedules from Houghton to Duluth and you can expect on average to pay for a Indian Trails ticket to Duluth. In Houghton, Indian Trails departs to Duluth from Michigan Tech University, Memorial Union and no other station. In Duluth, Indian Trails arrives at Transportation Center and no other station.
An average trip on Indian Trails from Houghton to Duluth takes 11 hours and 25 minutes .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 25 minutes to cover the 271 kilometers from Houghton to Duluth. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Houghton to Duluth. It leaves the station in Houghton at 10:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Duluth
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Image credit: Unsplash
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Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, Duluth is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Midwest region. When you arrive, dive into the Great Lakes Aquarium, the only all freshwater aquarium in the United States. The aquarium currently houses 205 different species of animals, from otters to piranhas. Next, stroll around Canal Park and see if you can spot the adjacent Aerial Lift Bridge rise to allow ships to pass below. The long thin peninsula beyond the bridge is home to the idyllic Minnesota Point, a popular tourist-oriented neighborhood.
Fitting for a tourist city, Duluth also boasts a vibrant food scene that offers a wide range of selections. On a hot summer day, there is nothing better than munching down ice cream from Camp Creemee while enjoying the view of Lake Superior. And if you are in the mood for some barbecues, OMC Smokehouse offers terrific ribs!
Duluth's Transportation Center is a hub for intercity bus travel on Jefferson Lines and Indian Trails. If you're flying in or out of the city, Duluth International Airport is located just 5.9 miles from the city center.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Houghton?
Main departure station: Michigan Tech University, Memorial Union
Most buses depart from the main station in Houghton.
All bus stations in Houghton:
Michigan Tech University, Memorial Union
Where does the bus arrive in Duluth?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Transportation Center
All buses from Houghton arrive at one main station in Duluth.
Bus stations in Duluth:
Transportation Center
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